Anything can happen in the playoffs... top seeds (if I recall from the article I read earlier) haven't fared as well in the playoffs in recent years as they did over a decade ago. Speaks to parity really and better balance with all the teams.
Either way, right now Manning has what is statistically (I believe) the best defense he's had and an offense that is playing very well. Give them the first round bye and NE in Denver and I certainly like their chances.
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